Templeton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
Hagley Park
Explore the great outdoors at Hagley Park, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
New Brighton Beach
Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.
Sumner Beach
The main beach in the seaside retreat of Sumner is an idyllic place to spend a day in the sun away from the centre of Christchurch.
Cathedral Square
You can learn about the history of Christchurch when you stop by Cathedral Square. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Christchurch Gondola
Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.
Activities
Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine
Mount Cook Day tour from Christchurch to Queenstown
Mt Cook Small Group Day Tour via Lake Tekapo From Christchurch
TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
5-Day Great Southern Circle Tour from Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Templeton
Hornby
The museums and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Hornby. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton Park, a few notable attractions nearby.
Christchurch Airport
While Christchurch Airport may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like International Antarctic Centre and Harewood Golf Club.
Wigram
Parks and entertainment venues are just a few things travellers like about Wigram. A stop by Air Force Museum of New Zealand is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Ilam
Ilam is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Christchurch area, you might plan a trip to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre or Bush Inn Centre.
Halswell
Halswell might not have many top sights, but Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Christchurch Adventure Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Burnside
Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Russley Golf Club while you're in town.
- Places of interest
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- More holiday ideas
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Hagley Park
- New Brighton Beach
- Sumner Beach
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Christchurch Casino
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- University of Canterbury
- Cathedral Square
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Christchurch Gondola
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- International Antarctic Centre
- Riverside Market
- Papanui Road
- Mona Vale
- New Regent Street
- Lincoln University
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Canterbury Museum
- Burwood Hospital
- Addington Raceway
- Christchurch Adventure Park
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Christchurch Art Gallery
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